Buttons: Incorporate NY and the Twin Towers in Your Sweater

The item, "Dress It Up New York," features buttons for sewing projects, like clothing or bags. The buttons are NY-themed and include a taxi, apple, NYC skyline, shopping bag, playbill, etc, and include a Twin Towers tribute featuring Never Forget and a flag. This an example of a craft object that shows the influence of September 11th. As I've state previously, September 11th's impact not only included the tragic loss of lives, destruction of property, terrorism policy setter, and world perspective changer but also brought influence to every form of American material goods. This influence varies in form, ranging from tribute or commemorative to donation-based (a portion of the proceeds benefiting a group or organization associated with September 11th).

September 11th Jewelery Collection

This collection was assembled by another collector, who had to part ways with these items because of her employment circumstances. A great group of jewelery pins, many featuring "Swarovski Crystals," these items offer a unique perspective on the influence of September 11th on everyday objects. These are the first examples of jewelery items I've acquired. They all are direct examples of the influence of 911 on all household and everyday items.

Beer Stein September 11th Tribute

Commemorative stein from Thewalt of Germany. This is #150 of 5000 made. A perfect example of a tribute item, and also shows the influence September 11th on material culture outside of the US. The main tie in on the stein to 911 is the firefighter helmet. This object really is a great piece, and showcases some handcrafted work.

911 Puzzle

God Bless America Twin Towers commemorative puzzle. A portion of the proceeds went to the American Red Cross with the purchase of this item. The question with an item like this is how many people would carry out a puzzle like this? What is the appeal of a Twin Towers puzzle? Clearly more a collector's object than entertainment option for people.

Winchester Model 70 Custom, .280 Remington, 9/11 Tribute by John Bolliger

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Caliber: Winchester Model 70 Custom, .280 Remington, 9/11 Tribute by John Bolliger
Reference #: 1852537
Price:$24,995.00Location:Hamburg, PennsylvaniaPhone:(610) 929-7075Fax:(610) 929-7080E-mail:hamgl@cabelas.com
Gauge .280 Remington
Barrel 24"
Stock Custom Walnut Sporter
Butt Leather Covered Pad
Metal Condition Excellent
Wood Condition Excellent
Bore Condition Excellent
Sights Leupold 1.5-5x Vari-X III
Status available
Gun Library Hamburg, PA
Reference Number 1852537
Phone Number (610) 929-7075
Fax Number (610) 929-7080
Email hamgl@cabelas.com

Description: Winchester Model 70 Custom, .280 Remington, Tribute to 9/11 by John Bolliger. Twenty four inch blued steel Krieger match barrel with quarter rib express rear sight with barrel band hooded front sight. Pre 64 Model 70 bolt action receiver extensively engraved and jewelled bolt with Gold inlays as a tribute to the heroes of September 11, 2001 attack at the World Trade Center. Features a Leupold Vari-X III 1.5-5x scope on custom mounts. Custom Deluxe Walnut stock carved and checkered by John Bolliger. There are too many featurs to list on this one of a kind commemorative. Scott Green is the custom metalsmith. In addition to the fitted Oak display case and all the accesories there is a custom tribute knife crafted by Loyd McConnell of Texas. It is proudly manufactured in the United States of America.

Fireman and Police Sculpture

Attached is simple sculture in honor of 9/11.

Color Your Own T-Shirt: Use Your Imagination As You Fill In The Colors Of This Unforgettable Image of Bravery, Unity and Remembrance

Color in the t-shirt and bring this tribute image to life. I'm not sure about this call to action. The t-shirt is an interesting object, which I have a hard time imaging someone actually painting the image and then wearing it. This particular one is a kids sized shirt, so a child could possibly wear it. It is important to point out that a portion of the proceeds are donated to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund.